Grazing and livestock virtual conference

VERMONT - Farms will have an opportunity to learn about farmer profitability, grazing rented land, how to best communicate with employees, and related topics at the 26th annual Vermont Grazing and Livestock Conference, Thursday, January 20 to Saturday, January 22, 10 am to 3:30 pm each day.
The virtual conference will address the theme “Grazing as the Roots of a Thriving Community and Healthy World,” focusing on topics specific to raising pasture-based livestock in the Northeast and social sustainability. Presentations will share information on farm management teams; strategies for making money as graziers; epigenetics; plant diversity and soil health; and growing Vermont foods outside of Vermont, among other topics. A Q&A session will explore Vermont grazing resilience in a changing climate. In addition, participants will hear from a farmer-led panel on the business side of making hay and delve into examples of policies for other states that support regenerative agriculture. UVM researchers will discuss their current research on crops and grazing practices. Presentations will be recorded and available for registered participants to view up to six months after the conference.
Registration is $20 for VGFA members - up to six tickets per farm - and on a sliding scale up to $40 for nonmembers.
To register or to view the complete agenda go to 2022_vtglc.eventbrite.com.
The 2022 conference is part of a whole week of learning, planning, and gathering around the potential for the Northeast region.
For full details of the conference visit www.vtgrassfarmers.org/vglc-conference.

The Deerfield Valley News

797 VT Route 100 North
Wilmington, VT 05363

Phone: 802-464-3388
Fax: 802-464-7255

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